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Cessnock jail inmate found dead

An inmate has been found dead in his cell at Cessnock Correctional Centre in the Hunter Valley.

Corrective Services say the 41-year-old man was found dead just after six this morning.

The cause of death is yet to be determined, but there is no indication of foul play.

Police are investigating and will prepare a report for the coroner.

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